Zambia Visa for Swiss Citizens
Swiss citizens need a visa to visit Zambia. The e-Visa is the most convenient option at $50 for a single entry valid for 90 days. Apply online at evisa.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm before your trip. If your itinerary includes Zimbabwe (a common combination for Victoria Falls visitors), the KAZA UniVisa at $50 covers both countries for 30 days. Zambia offers outstanding safari experiences: South Luangwa for walking safaris, Lower Zambezi for canoeing with hippos, and of course the thundering Victoria Falls.
Visa At a Glance
- Visa Type
- e-Visa
- Best Option
- e-Visa ($50) or KAZA UniVisa ($50) if also visiting Zimbabwe
- Cost
- $50
- Processing
- 3-5 days
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entries
- Single
E-Visa Application
RecommendedCost
$50
Processing
3-5 business days
Stay Permitted
90 days
Entries
Single
How to Apply for E-Visa
Visit evisa.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm and create an account
Select 'Single Entry Visa' ($50)
Fill in the application form with your travel details
Upload a passport-size photo (JPEG format)
Upload your passport bio page scan
Upload return or onward flight ticket
Upload hotel booking or invitation letter
Pay $50 via credit or debit card
Wait 3-5 business days for approval
Print the e-Visa approval letter
Requirements
E-Visa Documents
- Valid Swiss passport (6+ months validity beyond entry, 2 blank pages)
- Passport-size photo (digital)
- Scanned passport bio page
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Yellow fever certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
At Immigration
What to Present
- •Valid Swiss passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages)
- •Printed e-Visa approval letter (or apply for visa on arrival)
- •Return or onward flight ticket
- •Proof of accommodation
- •Yellow fever certificate (if arriving from endemic country)
Tips
- •Print your e-Visa approval letter
- •Ask for the KAZA UniVisa at Livingstone if also visiting Zimbabwe
- •Have accommodation details ready
Typical processing time: 10-20 minutes with e-Visa
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not printing the e-Visa approval letter
- Passport with fewer than 6 months validity
- Not requesting the KAZA UniVisa when visiting both countries
- Not having a return or onward ticket
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Zambia?
Yes. Swiss citizens need a visa. The e-Visa ($50) can be applied for at evisa.zambiaimmigration.gov.zm.
What is the KAZA UniVisa?
The KAZA UniVisa costs $50 and covers both Zambia and Zimbabwe for 30 days. Available at designated border posts.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in Zambia?
Up to 90 days on a single-entry e-Visa. The KAZA UniVisa allows 30 days.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine for Zambia from Switzerland?
Not if arriving directly from Switzerland. Only if transiting through a yellow fever endemic country.
Visa Requirements for Swiss Citizens in Other Countries
Planning a multi-country trip? Check the requirements for your other destinations.